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The Vocab Master For All Competitive Exams | 08-02-2024

Mahendra Guru






 



1. ANEURYSM

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: A localized, abnormal, and weak bulging of an artery wall, often resulting from a weakening of the blood vessel's wall.

Synonym: Aortic dilation, arterial bulge, vascular dilatation

Antonym: Normal artery, healthy blood vessel

Example Sentence: The patient was rushed to the hospital after experiencing severe pain, which turned out to be caused by an aneurysm.

2. CUE

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To give a signal or prompt to initiate an action or event.

Synonym: Signal, prompt, direct, guide

Antonym: Confuse, mislead, hinder

Example Sentence: The conductor will cue the orchestra before the musical performance begins.

3. REPRISING

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: Repeating or performing something, especially a musical piece or role, for a second time or on a subsequent occasion.

Synonym: Repeating, revisiting, reenacting, redoing

Antonym: Abandoning, discontinuing, foregoing

Example Sentence: The actor will be reprising his role as the iconic character in the sequel.

4. ADVOCATED

Parts of Speech: VERB

Meaning: To publicly support or recommend a particular cause, policy, or idea; to argue in favor of something.

Synonym: Support, champion, endorse, promote

Antonym: Oppose, challenge, resist, discourage

Example Sentence: The environmentalist advocated for sustainable practices to protect the ecosystem.

5. GRAMMYS

Parts of Speech: Noun

Meaning : The Grammys, short for the Grammy Awards, refers to an annual awards ceremony presented by the Recording Academy to recognize outstanding achievements in the music industry.

Synonym: Grammy Awards, music awards, accolades

Example Sentence: Several artists were nominated for Grammys this year, showcasing their contributions to the music industry.

6. SURPASSING

Parts of Speech: ADJ.

Meaning: Excelling or exceeding others in quality, degree, extent, or significance; going beyond what is usual or expected.

Synonym: Outstanding, exceptional, superior, transcendent

Antonym: Inferior, subpar, ordinary, mediocre

Example Sentence: The chef received acclaim for his surpassing culinary skills, creating dishes that were truly extraordinary.

7. MELANCHOLIC

Parts of Speech: ADJ.

Meaning: Expressing a feeling of deep sadness or sorrow; characterized by a thoughtful or pensive mood.

Synonym: Sorrowful, mournful, pensive, gloomy

Antonym: Cheerful, joyful, exuberant, happy

Example Sentence: The melancholic music played softly in the background, reflecting the somber atmosphere of the scene.

8. ACCLAIM

Parts of Speech: NOUN/VERB

Meaning: Enthusiastic approval or praise, especially when expressed publicly.

(Verb): To praise enthusiastically and publicly.

Synonym: Praise, applause, commendation, recognition

Antonym: Criticism, disapproval, condemnation, censure

Example Sentence: The film received critical acclaim for its powerful performances and compelling storyline.

The renowned author was acclaimed for her contributions to literature.

9. PERCUSSIONIST

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: A musician who plays percussion instruments, such as drums, cymbals, and xylophones, in a musical performance or ensemble.

Synonym: drummer, rhythmist, beat-keeper, drummer boy (informal)

Antonyms: wind instrumentalist, string instrumentalist

Example Sentence: The percussionist added a rhythmic intensity to the band's performance with skillful drumming.

10. ACCOLADE

Parts of Speech: NOUN

Meaning: An expression of praise, approval, or honor; an award or privilege granted as a special acknowledgment of merit.

Synonym: honor, tribute, commendation, recognition

Antonym: criticism, censure, disapproval

Example Sentence: The author received numerous accolades for her outstanding contribution to literature.










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